Select Eulogies Of Members Of The French Academy V1 (1799)

By John Aikin and Jean le Rond d'Alembert

Book Overview

Select Eulogies Of Members Of The French Academy V1 (1799) is a book written by D'Alembert and Jean Le Rond. The book is a collection of eulogies that were delivered by members of the French Academy on the occasion of the death of some of their colleagues. The eulogies are a tribute to the lives and accomplishments of these individuals and offer insights into their contributions to the fields of science, literature, and art. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different member of the Academy. The eulogies are written in a poetic and eloquent style, reflecting the high esteem in which these individuals were held by their peers. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and cultural world of 18th-century France and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science, literature, and art.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104463687
• ISBN13: 9781104463687
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"